My Take on “National Dessert Day”
Today is National Dessert Day. It’s nice to have someone pump their fist at my choice to have dessert given how much of a fan I am. (Nondairy ice cream in a bowl with sliced bananas is my latest crave.) I also have to notice how often I want dessert: Every damn...
Loving What You Do
"If you love your job, you'll never work a day in your life." Years ago, when I would come across that quote, I felt annoyed. Good for you, Mister Who Ever You Are. Truth is, I was jealous. At the time, work for me was tedious, and I was underearning. I had an...
Apt Advice for Yogis and Cuddlers
On Sunday, my friend Tamara invited me to go to Griffith Park for donation-based yoga and a nature walk - all guided by a lovely human being named Michelle Chua. Michelle's guidance was kind and loving. She had a gifted way with words as she invited us to connect with...
Meet a Renaissance Man Who Cuddles
I met Trevor James when he applied to Cuddle Sanctuary’s Certification Program for Professional Cuddlers in early 2021. As you’ll see, he is a fascinating person. JEAN: Hi Trevor James! Would you introduce yourself to us? TREVOR: Yes! I’m Certified Touch and Cuddle...
The Wisdom of Trauma
A few weeks ago, I went to a touch positive event and had such a great time. It was pleasure to alternate between conversation and introverted people watching. Mixed in with the social enjoyment, I also had an experience with a participant that pushed my boundaries....
Two Flirts and Two Dogs
As a non-married person with no kids in a family-oriented neighborhood, I found myself feeling lonely as I would go on local errands or take walks. Disconnected. That’s why I set a goal with my coach, Angela, having to do with being more neighborly. I told her I would...
Sunday Afternoon Cuddles with Susan
I’m seated on the stairs outside of a local apartment building waiting for Susan Lee to let me in. It’s 4:00pm, and I’ve had a lazy, lovely day already. I roller skated on the beach earlier and now I’m showered and fresh. Susan welcomes me with a smile and a hug, then...
Yoga Class With a Cuddly Twist
Towards the beginning of the pandemic, I was relieved and grateful to find free yoga classes on YouTube. Yoga With Adriene is a channel full of loving and kindness. Its empowering tag line is "Find What Feels Good." Adriene sprinkles her teaching with casual humor,...
Tips for Fun While Cuddling
Many people - when they consider cuddling - think of it as an activity that happens before or after sex. While those are terrific times to cuddle, I'm an advocate of opening up the touch repertoire to include platonic activities and platonic people. One way to do that...
Tips for Stress Relief
If you're interested in cuddling for stress relief, you're in luck. Soothing touch boosts oxytocin - what some scientists call the hug hormone. It lowers your blood pressure and helps chill you out - naturally. You can try the following activities on your own or while...